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Las Cruces Chair Jerry Wallace Receives State Heritage Preservation Award

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Jerry Wallace, the chair of the Historic Preservation Committee in Las Cruces, has been honored with the Heritage Preservation Individual Achievement Award by the New Mexico Historic Preservation Division. This recognition was part of the 54th Annual Heritage Preservation Awards ceremony held on May 29, 2026, in Albuquerque, which celebrates excellence in the preservation of New Mexico's cultural resources. Wallace, a public historian at New Mexico State University, has made significant contributions to public understanding of the state's history and the importance of preserving historic sites. Other award recipients included organizations and individuals recognized for their efforts in heritage preservation across New Mexico.

Key Details: • Award ceremony took place on May 29, 2026, in Albuquerque. • Jerry Wallace is also a public historian at New Mexico State University. • Other notable award recipients include Kit Carson House Inc. and Rick Hendricks.

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